April First Friday

April 3, 2026 from 6 to 8PM

Open House and Tasting at the Belger Glass Annex

Live Clay Demo AND EXHIBITIONS at THE Belger Crane Yard Gallery

Join us at the Belger Glass Annex for an Open House and Spring Showcase. Catch a LIVE glass blowing demonstration, participate in hands-on activities, tour the studio, and learn how artists use different equipment and techniques to create a wide variety of glass artwork. View work created by our renters, students, and community members in the 2026 Belger Glass Annex Spring Showcase!

Enjoy a free tasting and complementary refreshments from local brewery, Callsign Brewing, known for their wide selection of flagship and seasonal beers.

At the Belger Crane Yard Gallery, watch Ceramic Resident Artist Zoey McLeod give a LIVE clay demonstration. Her work is largely inspired by the ability to collaborate with natural materials that serve as mementos of memory and adorn the home. Observe McLeod as she hand-builds nature-inspired candelabras, ask her questions about her studio practice, and get a sneak peek at her work for the upcoming resident exhibition.

View our exhibitions Second Skin: Exploring Adornment as an Extension of Self and Mathew McConnell: These Things Take Time and the new seasonal gallery collection, Here Comes the Sun.

Free Artist Talk with VISITING Resident
Pierce Haley

Saturday, April 4 starting at 11am

Join us for a FREE artist talk with Visiting Resident Artist Pierce Haley, as he shares insights into his creative process and inspirations.

Originally from Orinda, California, Haley’s artistic vision has been significantly shaped by his father’s work as an architect, particularly in modern mid-century architecture.  Haley uses a combination of 3-D printing, slip casting, and mold making to create large installations and tessellations.

During his talk, Haley will delve into his artistic approach and the body of work he’s creating during his residency at Belger Arts.